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Bombardier Learjet 75 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Phenom 300E and Pilatus PC-24 occupy neighboring but distinct segments of the light-jet market. The Phenom 300E is best viewed as a high-performance light jet optimized for efficient point-to-point business travel, typically cruising fast with a focus on refined cabin comfort. The PC-24 is often described as a “light jet with super-midsize versatility,” emphasizing operational flexibility, including the ability to use shorter runways and, in many configurations, semi-prepared surfaces. On range, the Phenom 300E generally offers longer legs for nonstop trips in typical business mission profiles, while the PC-24’s range is competitive but often a bit shorter depending on load and mission; its tradeoff is broader airport access rather than maximum distance. For passenger capacity, both can be configured around six to eight passengers in executive layouts, but the PC-24 more commonly supports higher-density or mixed passenger/cargo arrangements thanks to its larger cabin volume and utility-oriented design, whereas the Phenom 300E is typically outfitted in a more traditional, premium executive seating plan.

SpecEmbraer Phenom 300EPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 3.88$ 3.71
Min Crew11
Total Seats106
ManufacturerEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NamePhenom 300EPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2,0102076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats1010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)69146680
Standard Cabin Seats66
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,758$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Prodigy Touch (G3000)Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)464440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,650,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew11
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats96
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats910
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.49.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats76
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2556023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelCanada PW535E1FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)50005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)33603435
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.252.2
Wingspan (ft)52.1655.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.15.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.95.1
Cabin Length (ft)17.223
Overall Height (ft)16.7517.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.63.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.817
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1090